Student fatally stabbed at Frisco track meet, one in custody, police say
District 11-5A championship track meet suspended after incident in the stands
By Frank Heinz • Published 2 hours ago • Updated 20 mins ago
One person is in custody after a student was fatally stabbed at a high school track meet in Frisco Tuesday morning, police say.Police confirmed to NBC 5 that they were called to Kuykendall Stadium at about 10 a.m., after a student stabbed another during a fight.
"Despite lifesaving measures by police and fire personnel, including CPR and the administration of blood, the 16-year-old victim died," police said Tuesday afternoon.
Frisco police said 17-year-old Karmelo Anthony is in custody and has been charged with murder. Police said Anthony's bond has not yet been set and it's unclear if he's obtained an attorney to speak on his behalf.
"The Frisco Police Department grieves with all those affected by this devastating loss and extends its deepest condolences to the victim’s family, students, and staff who are experiencing unimaginable pain," the department said Tuesday afternoon. "The department is collaborating with the Frisco Independent School District and will continue to provide any support they need during this incredibly difficult time."
Police did not say where the stabbing took place at the stadium, but from Texas Sky Ranger, several police officers were seen investigating an area in the stands not far from the track.
A spokesperson for the Frisco ISD said the 11-5A championship district track meet, which included more than 100 students from eight schools, took place at the stadium Tuesday morning